David Connolly: How To Infuse Advocacy And Activism Into Your Creative Journey And Achieve Your Creative Goals

<p>Share this episode >>> <a href= "Https://thisischelseajohnson.com/197">Https://thisischelseajohnson.com/197</a></p> <p>How do you want to impact the world as an artist?</p> <p>You are making waves, whether you acknowledge it or not. You get to decide the nature of the waves you make. Sometimes we can underestimate our impact and power as artists to effect change, and that is one of the biggest opportunities we can potentially miss on our artistic journey.</p> <p>This week, Director/ Teacher/ Advocate, David Connolly reminds us that change and awareness begin when we openly communicate and try to learn how others navigate through the world instead of forcing them into a mold. Conversations lead to understanding and that is where change begins.</p> <p>Is the fear of failure stopping you from venturing into this new chapter in your life? Is your goal more important than the feeling of being embarrassed? Being afraid that things wouldn't work out as planned is valid.</p> <p>David reiterates that sometimes healthy fear is a good thing, but we shouldn't let that stop us from pursuing something we are passionate about. Use your voice as an artist and bring your life experiences to create change!</p> <p>In this episode:</p> <ul> <li> Inspiring someone means being part of the army that allows people to remember that we are more the same than we are different.</li> <li>Trauma is not what happened, it's how you're dealing with what happened.</li> <li>How having a support system impacts your success as an artist.</li> <li>The difference between diversity and inclusion is taking the time to break the mold and learn how others navigate the world.</li> <li>The importance of apprenticeship and continuously learning in improving as an artist.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: justify;">A little about David:</p> <p>David Connolly is a recipient of The Premier of Ontario’s Award of Excellence in Applied Arts who holds an Honours Bachelor Degree in Musical Theatre Performance from Sheridan College. Immediately upon graduating, Dav